ELM JUNE FITNESS ADVENTURES!     

UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS!

LOCAL FUNDRAISING EVENTS

RELAY FOR LIFE: BC CANCER SOCIETY - JOIN TEAM ELM!  JUNE 19/20th.  We are looking for 12 ELM Friends to join our team again this year!  Contact Kathy at kathyelmhealth@shaw.ca before June 7th if you are able to join the team and help us support this great cause!

WHEELS IN MOTION: AMAZING RACE FUNDRAISER- JOIN TEAM ELM! JUNE 19TH.  We are looking for 4 team members to take on this new fundraising event supporting RICK HANSEN WIN & Spinal Chord Research.  Go to www.comoxvalleywheelsinmotion.ca fmi and contact elmhealth@shaw.ca if you are interested in joining the team before June 7th!

WALK FOR THE CURE: JUVENILE DIABETES RESEARCH FOUNDATION...JUNE 6TH 10AM SIMMS PARK.  Want to donate to the cause?  Go to www.jdrf.ca for more info! 

 JUNE ISLAND RACES!

FIT TIP: TOP 10 THINGS NOT TO DO IN AN ADVENTURE RACE

By Sarah Seads, BA Kinesiology

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Adventure Racing is a multi-sport race where teams of 4, 3, 2 or even 1 compete to find a series of 'check points' as quickly as possible.  Every race is unique and the distances can range from 30K sprints to 500KM plus expedition races similar to the original 'Eco-Challenge'.  Disciplines usually include mountain biking, trail running, trekking, paddling, ropes and a mystery event or two.  All done with a map and compass. 

The best part about Adventure Racing has to be the 'adventure'.  This challenging sport takes you to amazing locations with 'breath-taking' scenery, pushes your body & mind to the outer limit and introduces you to excellent people along the way.  Until you get your map before the race start you have no idea where you are going or what sort of adventures you will get up to. 

Adventure Racing has a steep learning curve.  Since my first race in 2002 I am sure I have made every mistake in the book.  Now I teach new racers how to train and complete an AR - sharing my training tips and racing techniques.  Learning what to do to prepare and race well is important.  But learning what NOT to do seems to be more popular! 

Here is my TOP 10 LIST of What NOT To Do in AR.  And yes, I have done them all...more than once. 

  #10 Never Try Something New on Race Day  

Practice the skills you need before the race to avoid going ass over tea-kettle!  And, of course, never try new equipment or new food on race day!  Your guts will thank you:)

   Go to the ELM Resource Article Page to read the rest of my TOP 10 LIST complete with photos:) 

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: MEMBERSHIP HAS BENEFITS

Membership has it's benefits and when you sign up to be a part of the ELM family you begin recieving your's immediately!  For a small annual fee you will receive a wide range of benefits all year long.

Whyjoin our ELM family?

• 10-20% off all ELM programs at time of purchase (and 10% off Sarah's new book: Fit & Free!)
• Discounts from our local Sponsors in the Comox Valley.
• Semi-annual low cost or no cost special events organized by ELM and Members such as dayhikes, cycle trips, orienteering, snowshoe events, members only parties and more!
• Access to our NEW Members Only Newsletter where you can share adventure tales and learn about upcoming Members Only Events.
• Handy laminated ELM Membership card for your frequent use!

All of these great benefits can be yours for less than $4/month!

ELM Annual Membership Fees:

Individual: $40

Couple: $70

CHECK OUT THE CURRENT ELM MEMBERSHIP SPONSORS!

•  Coastal Trek
• Ascent Physiotherapy
• Fitness Excellence
• Extreme Runners
• Island Pilates
• CV Acupuncture
• Breathing Room
• Mountain City Cycle
• Lotus Wear
• West Coast Exped.
• Riding Fool Hostel
• Paradise Boutique
• Valhalla Pure Courtenay!